Russia Fires 145 Missiles and Drones at Ukraine, Damaging 16 Kyiv Sites
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Updated · Ukrinform · Jul 14
Russia Fires 145 Missiles and Drones at Ukraine, Damaging 16 Kyiv Sites
3 articles · Updated · Ukrinform · Jul 14
Summary
A Russian overnight barrage hit Kyiv with ballistic missiles and damaged 16 facilities in the capital, including a school and a business, while strikes also hit Kharkiv, Chernihiv, Zaporizhzhia and other regions.
Ukraine said Russia launched 135 drones and 10 missiles; air defenses intercepted 115 projectiles, including five Iskander-M/S-400 ballistic missiles, two Kh-59/69 missiles and 108 drones.
Seven people were injured in Kharkiv region, including a child, and three in Chernihiv region, where damage to the power grid left thousands of families without electricity as repair crews worked to restore service.
Zelensky used the attack to press the EU to adopt its 21st sanctions package this week and urged partners to speed agreements on European anti-ballistic missile systems.
Can a new European coalition build a low-cost missile shield in one year to counter Russia's advanced arsenal?
With Patriot ammunition scarce, how will Ukraine defend its cities against Russian attacks this coming winter?
Are Ukraine's drone strikes crippling Russia's economy faster than its military?
July 2026 Kyiv Missile Attacks Expose Ukraine’s Air Defense Gaps and Urgent Need for Patriot Systems
Overview
On July 14, 2026, Kyiv faced another Russian ballistic missile strike, prompting urgent warnings from city officials for residents to seek shelter. Although the State Emergency Service reported no casualties from this attack, a boarding school was hit and fires broke out, highlighting the ongoing risk to civilian infrastructure. This incident is part of a broader pattern of repeated missile attacks that have caused significant damage and humanitarian needs across Ukraine. The persistent threat underscores the urgent need for improved air defense systems, as Ukraine continues to seek international support and develop domestic solutions to protect its people.